Community Development & Employment Grants

Last updated October 28, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,253 active community development & employment grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 74 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,478 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 3,253; from 1,981 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$150K
Total listed funding: $515.8M; across 1,478 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 130; 146 with a published date

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Retail Expansion Grant Jamestown Renaissance Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies Matching grant dollars to support downtown businesses with:	Not published	Varies
Main Street Matters: Business Improvement Grants Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $100K The Main Street Matters program aims to enhance downtown areas and neighborhoods through targeted investment in revitalization and safety improvements.	Not published	Up to $100K
Weber W. Sebald Foundation Grant The Weber W Sebald Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Weber W. Sebald Foundation Grant supports charitable endeavors primarily in Middletown, Ohio, and nearby areas.	Not published	Varies
Investing in Our Communities Grant Regions Bank · Foundation Not published · Varies Regions Bank and Regions Foundation are committed to helping individuals, families, and businesses achieve financial success.	Not published	Varies
HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Affordable Housing Management Association - Northern CA and HI · Foundation Not published · Varies Federal housing program providing funds to address housing and community development needs.	Not published	Varies
Apostle Islands Area Community Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $300 – $5K The Apostle Islands Area Community Fund Grant supports projects that foster community engagement and address pressing local issues in areas such as arts, environment, and education.	Not published	$300 – $5K
Atlanta Beltline Façade pARTnership Grant Program Atlanta Beltline Partnership Inc · Foundation Rolling · Up to $50K The Atlanta Beltline Façade pARTnership Grant Program provides up to $50,000 per business for capital facade improvements paired with local-artist artwork, for businesses along the 22-mile Beltline corridor / Tax Allocation District…	Rolling	Up to $50K
Opportunity Zone Tax Incentive Program Johnson County Economic Development Corp · Foundation Not published · Varies A federal tax incentive program established through the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 to revitalize and create jobs in designated areas through private investment.	Not published	Varies
MDHCD: Operating Assistance Grant Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development · Foundation Not published · Up to $50K The MDHCD Operating Assistance Grant supports Maryland's local governments and nonprofits in their community revitalization and economic development initiatives.	Not published	Up to $50K
Klamath River Fund: Community Impact Grant - Requests $10,000 - $50,000 Humboldt Area Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies _Please note: After you submit your application, you may be contacted asking for additional information or documentation should it be deemed necessary._ Thriving, Healthy, Just, Equitable.	Not published	Varies
Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) Program State Water Resources Control Board · State Not published · Varies Under federal and state law the primary purpose of the CWSRF Program is to provide financing for eligible projects to restore and maintain water quality in the state.	Not published	Varies
Economic Development Fund Jamestownstutsman Development Corporation · Foundation Not published · Varies As part of financial packages, the JSDC makes:	Not published	Varies
PANGAEA Internet Installation Grant Program E Polk Inc · Foundation Not published · $1K – $5K PANGAEA Internet's installation grant program is designed to assist potential customers with installation costs for PANGAEA's fiber optic internet service.	Not published	$1K – $5K
Community Impact Grants - Environment & Animal Welfare / Community Development / Arts, Culture, & Historic Preservation Community Foundation for Monterey County · Foundation Not published · $20K – $50K The Community Foundation for Monterey County offers Community Impact Grants to support nonprofits and public agencies addressing critical community issues in areas such as the environment, animal welfare, community development, arts…	Not published	$20K – $50K
CURA - Charles R. Krusell Fellowship in Community Development Grant University of Minnesota · Foundation Not published · Varies The Charles R. Krusell Fellowship in Community Development aims to empower underrepresented communities by training future leaders in community development.	Not published	Varies
Industry Sector Partnership (ISP) Grant Appalachian Ohio Manufacturers Coalition · Foundation Not published · $5M Support both new and existing Industry Sector Partnerships to develop regional workforce strategies and drive collaboration between local businesses, education and training providers, and community stakeholders.	Not published	$5M
PositiveNRG Grant Program NRG Energy · Foundation Not published · Varies The PositiveNRG Grant Program, led by NRG Energy, focuses on investing in communities through choice and education, community engagement, resilience, sustainability, and well-being.	Not published	Varies
Basic Needs and Income Creation Grant Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Bank of America Charitable Foundation focuses on improving economic mobility and social progress through partnerships with nonprofits. It prioritizes basic needs, income creation, stable housing, and community empowerment.	Not published	Varies
Social-Impact Investment Pitch Competition Richard King Mellon Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies We strive to improve the competitive position of the region; strengthen the vitality of Southwestern Pennsylvania, particularly the City of Pittsburgh and its neighborhoods; and protect important habitats and natural amenities in Western…	Not published	Varies
MCCF General Grant McPherson County Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The MCCF General Grant supports nonprofit organizations in McPherson County, focusing on various sectors including arts, education, health care, and community development.	Not published	Varies
Morgan Fund Grant Program Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Morgan Fund Grant Program aims to enhance economic development and civic pride in the Twin Ports area of Duluth and Superior.	Not published	Up to $10K
Walter S. & Evan C. Jones Testamentary Trust Grant WS & Ec Jones Testamentary Trust · Foundation Not published · Varies The Walter S. & Evan C. Jones Testamentary Trust Grant provides essential support for educational and medical initiatives in Lyon, Coffey, and Osage counties, Kansas.	Not published	Varies
Transportation and Growth Management - Education & Outreach Land Conservation Grants · State Not published · $2.5M – $7.5M TGM provides consultants to facilitate community discussions and write short memos on transportation and land use issues. Projects typically highlight a range of possible local solutions for community selection and refinement.	Not published	$2.5M – $7.5M
VCF: Green Mountain Fund Grant The Vermont Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Green Mountain Fund, established by the Vermont Community Foundation, offers grants between $500 and $5,000 to support charitable activities in Lamoille and Orleans Counties.	Not published	$500 – $5K

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About community development grants

Community development grants fund efforts to revitalize neighborhoods through affordable housing, public facilities, infrastructure, business assistance, and services for low- and moderate-income residents. HUD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, authorized under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, is the flagship federal source, providing formula grants to states, cities, and counties. National intermediaries like LISC and Enterprise Community Partners, plus the Treasury's CDFI Fund, channel additional capital into community development.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do community development & employment grants award?

Of the 3,253 community development & employment grants Grantable lists as of October 28, 2026, 1,478 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $150K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most community development & employment grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (23), Economic Development Authority (22), Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (21), Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) (17), and Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (16). In all, 1,981 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are community development & employment grants due?

Of 3,253 grants listed, 130 accept applications on a rolling basis, 146 have a published upcoming deadline, 427 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 2,550 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 48% fall in October–December.

What community development grants are available?

Eligible community development activities include housing rehabilitation and development, micro-enterprise and business assistance, infrastructure, public facilities, planning, public services, and removal of architectural barriers. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is the primary federal program, supplemented by funding from intermediaries and foundations. Projects generally must benefit low- and moderate-income communities.

Who funds community development?

HUD administers the Community Development Block Grant program, distributing formula grants to states, cities, and counties that then fund local projects. National community development intermediaries such as LISC and Enterprise Community Partners, along with the U.S. Treasury's CDFI Fund and local community foundations, provide loans and grants. Most CDBG funds reach nonprofits through their local or state government.

How does a nonprofit access CDBG funds?

CDBG dollars flow from HUD to your city, county, or state, which run their own application cycles and consolidated planning processes; nonprofits apply to that local jurisdiction rather than directly to HUD. Identify whether your community is an "entitlement" city or county or is served through the state program, then track that jurisdiction's annual action plan and application timeline. Aligning your project with the jurisdiction's stated priorities is essential.

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